Dermal skin substitutes for upper limb reconstruction: current status, indications, and contraindications.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.hcl.2014.02.001 and PMC identifier 4158916.
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Abstract
Dermal skin substitutes are a group of biologically engineered materials composed of collagen and glycosaminoglycans and are devoid of cellular structures. These biodegradable materials act as an artificial dermis to promote neovascularization and neodermis formation. Their applications in soft tissue reconstructions are rapidly expanding. In this article, the indications, advantages, and limitations of dermal skin substitutes for reconstruction of soft tissue defects of the upper extremity are reviewed.
Medical subject headings
- Arm Injuries
- Plastic Surgery Procedures
- Skin, Artificial
- Soft Tissue Injuries